Van Nuys, CA, US
9 days ago
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Senior Care
Pay Range:
$17.28 - $21.00 / per hour

The Companion Caregiver provides services to patients/clients in their places of residence that includes, but is not limited to, certain “hands-off” care. The provision of “hands-off” care as described above is contingent upon the licensing requirements of each state.
Responsibilities:Provides “hands-off” care such as: providing and encouraging socialization, encouraging a mild exercise program, encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications, supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing, and assisting with grocery-shopping, and performing light housekeeping choresArrives at the client’s home on time and leaves when shift schedule is completePerforms all Companion Caregiver duties in an accurate and timely mannerMaintains confidentiality of all client information, in accordance with HIPAA standardsSafeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautionsNotifies the office of any abnormal findings or conditionsAdheres to Companion Caregiver standards and procedures of the CompanyRepresents the Company with a positive image at all timesDemonstrates flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of all facilitiesEffectively communicates with the office staff, including availability to workAdheres to time and attendance policiesProvides requirements-related information (Annual PPD, In-services, etc.) in a timely fashion; follows all other compliance standards at all timesPerforms other Companion Caregiver duties as assigned/necessaryShifts Available: Overnights 11pm-7am and 10pm-6am Middays 3pm-11pm and anywhere in between Weekend shifts - overnights and mid days Morning shifts with 7am start times

Requirements:One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferredAbility to adhere to time and attendance policiesAbility to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundariesMust demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skillsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be requiredComputer proficiency
\t\t\t\t\tAbout Maxim Healthcare Services \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. \t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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